{"id":5019,"date":"2022-02-17T11:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-17T11:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/?p=5019"},"modified":"2025-05-07T14:55:50","modified_gmt":"2025-05-07T13:55:50","slug":"practice-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/practice-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Why the cloud can help accountants with practice management"},"content":{"rendered":"<header class=\"entry-header has-dark-background-color entry-header--has-illustration entry-header--has-illustration--generic\">\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-header__row row align-center\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"col col-lg-7 col-xlg-6 entry-header__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"component component-single-header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-header__misc text--subtitle text--uppercase text--small\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/category\/strategy-legal-operations\/\" class=\"entry-header__link\">Strategy, Legal &amp; Operations<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"entry-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWhy the cloud can help accountants with practice management\t\t\t\t\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"entry-header__description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"single-post-details container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"col\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"posted-on \"><time class=\"entry-date published\" datetime=\"2022-02-17T11:30:00+00:00\">17 February, 2022<\/time><\/span><span class=\"reading-time\"> min read<\/span>\n\t\t<button\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"social-share-button button button--icon button--secondary js-social-share-button\"\n\t\t\tdata-share-title=\"Why the cloud can help accountants with practice 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sees you doing anything from giving clients valuable advice to admin tasks such as keeping your client lists up to date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you don\u2019t manage your clients properly, that could result in unnecessary extra admin\u2014leading to extra stress for you, your team, and your clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You\u2019re not competing with other accountants and bookkeepers around the products you offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You\u2019re competing on your quality of service, relationships, and expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">It\u2019s what will let you offer more value than the likes of Joe Bloggs, the old school accountant down the road\u2014and allow you to charge more for your services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Using the best technology can help you set your practice up for success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Look at using cloud technology tools to manage your practice\u2014with some under the label of \u2018practice management\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">In this article, we highlight why practice management software can help you offer the best service to your clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Here\u2019s what we cover:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"#what\">What is practice management?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"#working\">Working for the customer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"#benefits\">7 benefits of managing your practice in the cloud<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"#track\">Track potential leads and win new customers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"#tips\">3 tips on choosing the right technology<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><a href=\"#look\">Look inwards, pick the right tools and beat the competition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><div class=\"single-cta\">\n\t<a\n\t\tclass=\"button button--primary gate-9382952c-c879-4c27-94be-79dcf5f13922\"\n\t\trole=\"button\"\n\t\tdata-button-location=\"content_area\"\n\t\thref=\"#gate-9382952c-c879-4c27-94be-79dcf5f13922\"\n\t>Download your free copy of Why you need an accountant in a digital world and share it with your clients (and prospective clients)<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what\">What is practice management?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You\u2019ll already be familiar with the accounting software and payroll software that produces tax returns and payroll outputs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Practice management is a term used to describe certain types of software that helps you manage day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You can think of practice management as managing the back office of your accountancy practice\u2014such as delivering services, winning, and keeping customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">It should, at a minimum, help you produce, collaborate and track work, manage clients, and carry out vital business tasks such as proposals, payments and reporting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">But it can get confusing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you speak to different accountants, they might have varying understandings of practice management, what it can do, and the kind of systems you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">So, let\u2019s try and keep it simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you need to remember anything, remember this\u2014using active <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/accountants\/\">practice management software<\/a> in the cloud can increase the efficiency and effectiveness of your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Here are some examples of what practice management in the cloud can do to help you manage your accountancy practice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You\u2019ll have contact details always readily at hand, so you can quickly get in touch with clients for marketing purposes or any communication requirements.<\/li><li>Your accounting team no longer has to ask around to find vital details about a client, such as who last spoke to them, who said what at that time, or&nbsp;what work was done.<\/li><li>You won\u2019t need to remember separate logins for different systems or manually transfer data because everything is in one place.<\/li><li>Much more data about clients can be retained, including individual communications, which allows you to provide more personalised, professional, and responsive services\u2014and it allows anybody on your team to pick up on work tasks just by viewing this data.<\/li><li>You can implement industry-standard security for client data, something mandated by data protection legislation such as the GDPR, which says privacy should be by design and not a secondary thought.<\/li><li>You\u2019re not up against the limitations of technologies&nbsp;like spreadsheetor Word documents, which, while useful for many tasks, aren\u2019t designed to store lots of discrete information.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Another good point to remember:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Without good practice management, you reduce the level of professionalism your clients experience each time they contact you, fundamentally limiting the services you can offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"working\"><strong>Working for the customer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Our Sage research,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/practice-of-now-accountants-bookkeepers\/\">The Practice of Now<\/a>, reveals your accountancy and bookkeeping competition are upping their game when it comes to customer service. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">According to the research, 79% of respondents are confident in providing business management and advisory services, such as marketing, cash flow, HR, people management, and growth modelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">An overwhelming majority of accountants (82%) agree that customer expectations have widened to include advising on relevant finance and accounting technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">What can you do to ensure that you elevate your accountancy practice to the best it can be, maximising impact with clients and running the most profitable business you can in a time of increasing complexity?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you\u2019re looking at cloud-based practice management software, you want confidence that it\u2019ll manage and handle any kind of customer data. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Ideally, you\u2019ll want an intelligent, open and connected platform that ties together multiple systems, has rich data storage, and is intuitive and efficient to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Ensure that the software puts the client at the centre of your practice by design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Basing your client management in the cloud using practice management software could be the ideal way of ensuring you\u2019re ready to meet client expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You want software that can periodically remind you to contact clients on any topic \u2014 including but not limited to accounting crunch times \u2014 and can also provide a thorough method for your practice to keep notes about each client contact. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">This makes it easy to add a personal touch every time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><div class=\"single-cta\">\n\t<a\n\t\tclass=\"button button--primary gate-9382952c-c879-4c27-94be-79dcf5f13922\"\n\t\trole=\"button\"\n\t\tdata-button-location=\"content_area\"\n\t\thref=\"#gate-9382952c-c879-4c27-94be-79dcf5f13922\"\n\t>Download your free copy of Why you need an accountant in a digital world and share it with your clients (and prospective clients)<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"benefits\"><strong>7 benefits of managing your practice in the cloud<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">So, what are the perks of practice management in the cloud?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Here are some examples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Unified client list<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You have just one live client list that\u2019s always up to date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Because you store this list in the cloud, it\u2019s accessible by multiple staff members simultaneously across a wide range of devices in any location there\u2019s an internet connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Key dates management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Key dates can be created and tracked for each client to ensure you keep on top of deadlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">These might relate to client accounting periods but can relate to any event, such as one that\u2019s important to the industry your client is in (seasonal variations, for example), to provide timely business advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Notetaking and discussion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You can easily take notes whenever you contact a current or prospective client.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Think of it like seeing a doctor, where they will always make notes of what you say to them so they can rely upon those notes if required in future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Now your practice can have the same in-depth insight into your clients and their concerns. You can even attach documents to a client\u2019s file, such as PDFs or spreadsheets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Contact management and email integration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Look for integration with your office apps to ensure you can integrate your existing contacts database. Ideally, you\u2019ll want to send and create emails from within the software itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">It can save a massive amount of time and create a super-efficient workflow. You might want integration with Outlook and other apps within Microsoft Office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Single platform to access all your clients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Look to have your bookkeeping and compliance services all in one place. Don\u2019t tolerate having to run multiple systems with different logins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You should run everything from one platform to deliver an outstanding client experience with the latest information always available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Manage client software subscriptions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">A good software setup will support the digitalisation of your practice and the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/accountancy-firm-cloud-accounting\/\">moving of your clients to the cloud<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">It will make it easier to for you to manage access rights and integrate all your data under one platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Logging all client details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">While a spreadsheet might have inherently limited the number of details you can record about a client, within practice management software, look for an ability to record any details you want by simply creating a new data field \u2014 financial or otherwise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Beyond all this, a practice management-based approach to client management moves the client right to the heart of your workflow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Their data is always available, and it is always up to date regardless of who in your team last contacted the client.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">As a result, it becomes easy to move your practice toward adding more value for your clients and being their&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/trusted-adviser-accountants\/\">trusted adviser<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"track\"><strong>Track potential leads and win new customers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">More clients mean more money. You want to win new clients, while keeping your existing base happy and well supported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Now you could track leads in a spreadsheet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">But if you\u2019re serious about growing your practice, you might want to look at customer management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">With customer management, look at tech which can capture leads from your marketing, automatically feed emails to these prospects, score this prospect on their interactions with you, and alert you when you should engage more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Customer management done well gives you a significant advantage. Most accountancy practices don\u2019t pick up new clients that well\u2014if processes even exist\u2014so embracing customer management will differentiate you from the competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">With customer management, look for one source of client data rather than having it spread across multiple systems or spreadsheet documents. Up-to-date data gives you a live view of your clients and your firm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You can easily see what to focus on and make faster and better-informed decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">All of this is especially significant if your customer management ties in with practice management and there\u2019s a seamless flow of data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Yet the value is even more than mere convenience or ease of use. Because you free up your time, you\u2019re able to focus on those lucrative value-added services for your clients that are so vital in today\u2019s accountancy landscape. It\u2019ll mark you out from the crowd as having value for your client base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips\"><strong>3 tips on choosing the right technology <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">There\u2019s never been a better time to think about an active practice management approach. Your practice needs it but so do your clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Here are the steps that define some best practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Evaluate the options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">There\u2019s a variety of approaches you can take when it comes to cloud technology. Still, a vital feature is to ensure that all apps work with your practice management software and potentially with your client\u2019s accounting systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Look to see whether you can add in extra functions via an app marketplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">These might not relate directly to accounting but could, for example, better integrate DocuSign within your practice workflows or help you send out marketing emails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Set aside time and resources to adapt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Switching from a manual spreadsheet-based process to a fully cloud-based practice management software system will take time and resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Commit to switching a certain number of clients to it each week. This can be a small number, but the real aim is to learn the ropes and anticipate any problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Assuming you have an existing contract with your client, you have a legitimate reason to process their data, so even under&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/what-is-the-gdpr\/\">GDPR<\/a> there should be no need to request permission to move their data to a new system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Use the opportunity to build relationships<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Switching your software could be an excellent reason to make fresh contact with clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You might need to do this to gather new data, or at least check to ensure the old data is still correct and relevant. But it\u2019s also a chance to ensure the client is aware of the range of services you offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">And as for telling them you\u2019re upgrading to new and improved technology, well, that\u2019s simply good PR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"look\">Look inwards, pick the right tools and beat the competition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Your practice needs effective client management. Your staff will thank you regarding efficiencies, and your bottom line will immediately show results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Your clients will see better service too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">And there\u2019s never been an accountancy practice that\u2019s gone out of business because it improved the services that its clients required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><em>Editor&#8217;s note: This article was first published in October 2018 and has been updated for relevance.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n<div class=\"single-cta\">\n\t<div class=\"single-cta__positioner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"single-cta__wrapper has-dark-background-color\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"single-cta__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"single-cta__title h3\">Sage for Accountants<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"single-cta__description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Want to manage your practice effectively while giving your clients the support they need? 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